On a Peaceful Sunday Morning...
Our story begins in 1964. That's when the word began to spread about potentially tearing down an old stone farmhouse located on the corner of Washington Avenue and Sycamore Street, also known as the headquarters of George Washington after his decisive victory at the battle of Trenton. In the summer of 1965, those words unfortunately came true and it was demolished to build a gas station... yes, a gas station.
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Incorporated in 1964, the NHA is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of Newtown's historical heritage.
Visit this new exhibit and learn about Newtown's past through carefully chosen artifacts from our archives, many that were never before displayed.
Take a self-guided tour through the history of Newtown. 38 wayside markers feature sites from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.
Upcoming Events
Tavern Night Returns at the Half-Moon Inn
April 11, 6:00pm - 11:00pm
Back by popular demand, Tavern Night 250 at the Half-Moon Inn will feature 18th century ale, wine, delicious food, music, dancing, and more. Please join us to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of our United States!
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Annual Spring Clean Up
April 18, 8:30am - 11:00am
Every year in the Spring, we dedicate a day to clean the Half-Moon Inn (Court Inn). It’s a time when we put the Inn back to “right” while seeing neighbors and making new friends.
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Annual Business Meeting / “Show and Tell”
April 20, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Please join us for the Annual Business Meeting of the Newtown Historic Association followed by a participatory activity called “Show and Tell.”
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The Edward Hicks Room
The Newtown Historic Association invites you back in time to experience the life of Newtown's most famous artist, Edward Hicks. The Edward Hicks Room displays many of the treasures owned by Hicks during his lifetime. These items include a double-faced swinging sign portraying William Penn's Treaty with the Indians and Penn's Landing at Chester in 1844...learn more
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We invite you to sign up to stay informed of upcoming events, educational programs and community activities. Most are held in our historic Half-moon Inn, a tavern in the early days of Newtown, and are open to the public.
Join the celebration of our past and help ensure the preservation of our future.